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sexual violence

noun

Definitions

  1. A broad term encompassing sexual assault, harassment, indecent assault, rape, and other…

    A broad term encompassing sexual assault, harassment, indecent assault, rape, and other sexual offences against a non-consenting victim.

    • The use of sexual violence against civilian populations by invading armies.

  2. (When contrasted with sexual assault.) A physical attack of a sexual nature involving…

    (When contrasted with sexual assault.) A physical attack of a sexual nature involving penetration (as apposed to sexual assault which may not involve actual penetration).

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